My journey begins with a childhood surrounded by animals living in rural England and growing up with a love of dogs. I began my professional career as a human physiotherapist after graduating with a Diploma and Master of Science (MSc) degree in the UK. After building over thirty years of extensive physiotherapy experience in both Canada and the UK, I decided to shift my focus to include animal rehabilitation. Over the last few years, I completed

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• a Diploma in Canine Rehabilitation through the Animal Rehab Division (ARD) of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA)

• a level 4 OCLNR (Open College Network London Region) Certifications for Veterinary Physiotherapists in Canine Hydrotherapy from the UK

• various clinical placements in animal rehabilitation with veterinarians and canine rehabilitation centres

 

I am an experienced dog handler and a Fear Free Certified practitioner who works with dogs and cats to reduce or remove any anxiety triggers that can cause fear in pets. I am a lifelong learner and active member of the Animal Rehab Division, along with other local, Canadian, and international animal rehabilitation focused community of practices. I have cultivated networks with veterinarians, animal rehabilitation and dog rescue organizations.

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Community, advocacy and giving back are very important to me. I have a keen interest in supporting senior and rescued dogs. I am an active volunteer with several organizations including:

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• ElderDog Canada, a national registered charity dedicated to fostering the ongoing connection between aging people and their aging dogs

• Hopeful Tails Dog Rescue where I volunteer as a foster parent and by providing animal rehabilitation to fostered animals

 

On a personal note, I am a wife, a mother of two teens and a pet parent to our eight-year-old dog, Meg. In my spare time I enjoy jamming with my saxophone with a band and staying active through hiking, kayaking, paddleboarding, cycling and travelling with my family.